Ashoka Pillar Monument
Ancient Ashokan pillar fragment in Delhi
Ashoka Pillar at a Glance#
Address: Near Ashoka Road, New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi, India
Website: https://asiatic.lokpal.net/
Hours: Open public site - typically accessible during daylight hours
Admission: Free entry
How to Get to Ashoka Pillar#
Located in central Delhi near Ashoka Road and accessible by Delhi Metro (nearest stations depend on the section of central Delhi being visited). Taxis and auto-rickshaws are practical for direct access.
Tips for Visiting Ashoka Pillar#
- Early morning or late afternoon avoids midday crowds and the harsh light on stone.
- Combine a visit with a walk through nearby Sunder Nursery or nearby colonial-era architecture for context.
Best Time to Visit Ashoka Pillar#
Best in winter (November-February) for comfortable weather and clearer skies.
Weather & Climate near Ashoka Pillar#
Ashoka Pillar's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with very hot summers (peaking in June) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 8°C to 40°C. Moderate rainfall (726 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 8° - 21° | 14° | 21 mm | mostly sunny | 44% | 0.9 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.4h |
| February | Ideal | 10° - 24° | 17° | 13 mm | mostly sunny | 41% | 1.1 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 11.1h |
| March | Ideal | 15° - 30° | 23° | 15 mm | mostly sunny | 33% | 1.5 m/s | 1.5 high | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 21° - 36° | 29° | 8 mm | mostly sunny | 24% | 1.7 m/s | 1.9 very high | 12.7h |
| May | Excellent | 26° - 40° | 33° | 11 mm | mostly sunny | 23% | 1.9 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.4h |
| June | Excellent | 28° - 40° | 34° | 44 mm | some cloud | 37% | 1.7 m/s | 1.9 very high | 13.8h |
| July | Acceptable | 27° - 35° | 35° | 212 mm | overcast | 63% | 1.5 m/s | 1.7 very high | 13.6h |
| August | Acceptable | 26° - 34° | 36° | 241 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 1.2 m/s | 1.7 very high | 13.0h |
| September | Very Good | 25° - 34° | 34° | 120 mm | mostly sunny | 69% | 1.2 m/s | 1.6 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 19° - 33° | 26° | 30 mm | clear | 51% | 0.9 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.4h |
| November | Ideal | 13° - 28° | 20° | 5 mm | clear | 43% | 0.7 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.6h |
| December | Excellent | 8° - 23° | 16° | 6 mm | mostly sunny | 42% | 0.7 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.2h |
